And a wonderful Homecoming was had by all! Yes, it was a memorable day. A huge "Thank You" to the Church Hostess Committee and all who helped put this day together...the ones who planned, those who decorated, you who picked up the chicken, the crew who set up and tore down, those who patiently waited in the gym all morning, you know who you are and we all sincerely appreciate your labor of love. I hesitate to list names for two reasons: (1) I will probably forget someone and (2) I realize you don't do what you do to be seen or recognized.
Homecoming is one of those events that just doesn't plan itself; it takes work to put together a special day like that. Whenever we are given an opportunity to serve like this and we spend hours and days putting it all together I think the reward manifests itself in two ways: First, durning the event it is a thrill to see people enjoying themselves. This tells us it was worth the effort and expense. Second, when we put something together that honors God there is a satisfaction deep in our souls. We come to realize that God is a great God and the sacrifices to make Him known in daily living are sacrifices gladly made.
We do not have a final count on the shoeboxes that will be shipped off to the mission field, but our current total is 124! If you are still planning to fill some boxes, now is the time. We have about a week left to get all our boxes to North Spartanburg. Don't hesitate to send just one box to a child who has nothing. The box you send may be the only gift a child will get the entire year. My prayer is that the love of God will touch many who receive these shoeboxes.
Buckle up because things are about to get busy! With what?
- Sunday night, November 21: Tammy Gilbert will be sharing about her mission trip to Honduras.
- Tuesday night, November 23: Calvary Church Thanksgiving Praise Service.
- Sunday morning, November 28: Lottie Moon Post Office opens.
- Sunday night, November 28: Hanging of the Christmas Green.
- Sunday night, December 12: Choir Christmas Musical, "Glory in the Highest."
- Sunday night, December 19: An Evening of Christmas Music @ Calvary.
- Friday night, December 24: Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship Service.
I hope you will be able to make it out to all of these special nights. I am praying that God will use this time of year to draw our hearts into closer symphony with His.
Grace & Peace,
Scott
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